HOST LEADERSHIP – Jason Pascoe – GCI Australia In a world of uncertainty, dealing with complex or ‘wicked’ problems, can be overwhelming. Often, our views of leadership sit somewhere between the metaphor of Hero or Servant. Introducing the new, yet ancient, metaphor of Host, can support and guide the thinking, strategy and actions of the modern leader.This keynote address introduces the metaphor of Host and begins to explore the 6 roles and 4 positions of this type of leader as described in the acclaimed book by Dr Mark McKergow and Helen Bailey, Host: Six New Roles of Engagement (2014).

INTRODUCTION TO THE SOLUTION FOCUSED STRATEGY CANVAS (SFSC) – Jason Pascoe GCI AustraliaEvery school is different. The complexity and dynamics of schools as relational systems makes strategy implementation unpredictable. The Solutions Focus Strategy Canvas was designed to take advantage of the multiple relationships in schools and use coaching strategies to create clarity, momentum and progress in challenging situations.

OUR SEARCH FOR HAPPINESS – Dr. Antonio Fernando, University of AucklandWe all want to be happy and this is reflected by the recent explosion of courses, retreats, coaching, and Apps on happiness. But what really is happiness? What prevents us from achieving happiness? This talk will cover the various “paths to happiness” and traps within ourselves that prevent us from achieving this. Practical techniques, as informed by positive psychology and eastern philosophy to enhance happiness will be covered. Lastly, the importance of compassion to others, and how to enhance this on a daily basis will be discussed.

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